Lebanese Chicken & Zucchini Couscous
Juicy Lebanese-spiced chicken thighs roast alongside peak-summer Washington zucchini and tomatoes, with pearl couscous and a bright lemon-yogurt sauce.
Ingredients
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Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs12 ounces $5.99
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Organic Zucchini Squash12 ounces $2.77
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Organic Heirloom Tomatoes8 ounces $4.43
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Tricolor Pearl Couscous1/2 cup dry $5.29
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Organic Lemon1 lemon (1 teaspoon zest and 2 tablespoons juice) $1.29
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Organic Garlic2 cloves, minced $2.89
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Italian Parsley1/4 cup chopped $1.49
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Plain Greek Yogurt1/2 cup
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Extra-Virgin Olive Oil2 tablespoons
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Ground Cumin1 teaspoon
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Ground Coriander1 teaspoon
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Paprika1 teaspoon
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Ground Cinnamon1/4 teaspoon
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Kosher Salt1 teaspoon
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Black Pepper1/2 teaspoon
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Water3/4 cup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Pat 12 ounces chicken thighs dry, slice 12 ounces zucchini into thick half-moons, and cut 8 ounces heirloom tomatoes into wedges.
- Coat 12 ounces chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
- Arrange the seasoned 12 ounces chicken thighs on one side of a rimmed sheet pan. Toss 12 ounces zucchini and 8 ounces tomatoes with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil on the other side, then roast everything for 15 minutes.
- Turn the pan contents and roast for another 8–10 minutes, until the thickest piece reaches 165°F and the vegetables are browned at the edges; rest the pan contents for 5 minutes.
- While the sheet pan roasts, toast 1/2 cup dry pearl couscous in 1/2 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add 3/4 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon salt, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes; remove from the heat and rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt with 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley.
- Divide the couscous cooked from 1/2 cup dry pearl couscous, 12 ounces roasted chicken thighs, 12 ounces roasted zucchini, and 8 ounces roasted tomatoes between two shallow bowls; spoon over the yogurt sauce made with 1/2 cup Greek yogurt and finish with 2 tablespoons chopped parsley.
Total time: 40 minutes
Estimated cost: $12–$14 for 2 servings
Health notes: About 650 calories per serving, with roughly 40 grams protein, 42 grams carbohydrates, and 30 grams fat.
Drink pairing: A chilled Sauvignon Blanc complements the lemon, herbs, and warm spices without overwhelming the roasted vegetables.